Meabh Quoirin
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- Milken Institute1h 1m
Millennial Leadership: Balancing Power, Profit and Purpose
Susanna Kempe, Kathryn Parsons, Meabh Quoirin, Erik Serrano Berntsen, Matthew Swift
A diverse panel of experts challenges monolithic generational stereotypes by demonstrating that geography, education, and socioeconomic status are more predictive of worldviews than age alone. The discussion highlights a shift in workplace dynamics where the demand for "liquid skills," radical transparency, and authentic leadership outweighs traditional perks, while revealing that the majority of millennials still seek corporate stability over entrepreneurship. Ultimately, the speakers warn that failing to address the opportunity deficit for non-traditional talent and the erosion of institutional trust could lead to significant political and economic friction, necessitating a move from credential-based education to competency-focused models.
- Milken Institute1h 3m
London Summit 2015 - Bridging the Talent Divide: Demand-Driven Education for a Diverse Workforce (I)
Mark Cahill, Nancy Altobello, Meabh Quoirin, Richard Socarides, Tim Stewart, Aniela Unguresan
Leading global organizations and educational institutions are redefining workforce development by shifting from rigid academic credentials to experiential "liquid skills" and peer-to-peer learning models in response to automation and demographic shifts. Key figures from EY, GLG, and various universities emphasize a shared responsibility among governments, businesses, and individuals to implement apprenticeships, mandate non-linear career paths, and prioritize cognitive diversity over traditional pedigree. This collaborative evolution aims to close the skills gap by restructuring degree programs, normalizing diverse hiring practices, and fostering a culture where continuous reskilling and emotional intelligence serve as the primary drivers of employability.